James George Ryan

Born June 30, 1934, in East Orange, New Jersey and died on January 10, 2026, in his 92nd year. Survived by his wife, best friend, and soulmate, Sheila (Singleton) – KGH (1959), who spent 65 wonderful years together.

Predeceased by his parents, E.J. Ryan and Mary Ryan (Bolton). James graduated from Queen’s University – Medical School (1959) and interned at Montreal General Hospital and Hamilton General. James practiced family medicine in Hamilton, completed a dermatology internship at Cleveland Clinic, and practiced dermatology in London, Ontario with an associate professorship at Western, London, Ontario. He was the Staff Dermatologist at the Cleveland Clinic with associate professorship at Case Western Reserve. James joined the staff at the Peterborough Clinic in 1971 until retirement. Following retirement, he enjoyed summers in Lakefield where they built a new home on the Trent and winters at their home in Siesta Key, Florida.

Jim and Sheila both received great joy in being philanthropists. For those fortunate to know Jim, beyond his quiet presence, found a depth of a fine character – soft spoken with a warm heart. He was voracious reader and lover of classical music and nature. He said their love for each other was ‘pure stardust’ and together they shone brighter. Special thanks to Dr. Dan Hupt for his kind and professional care and to the palliative unit at PRHC.

Cremation has taken place, and a private burial service will be held at St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Newboro at a later date. Donations, if desired to PRHC – Palliative Unit.